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Pioneering African Filmmaker Souleymane Cissé Passes Away at 84, Leaving a Legacy of Cinematic Excellence

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Bamako, Mali – Renowned Malian filmmaker Souleymane Cisse, celebrated as a cornerstone of African cinema, has passed away at the age of 84. Cisse, whose visionary work has left an indelible mark on the world of film, breathed his last on Wednesday in his home city of Bamako, according to his daughter. Mariam Cisse, the director’s daughter, shared the news of her father’s passing with a heavy heart, noting his lifelong dedication to his nation, the cinematic arts, and broader cultural pursuits. Souleymane Cisse’s death is being mourned deeply within the Mali community and by … Read more

Visionary Malian Director Souleymane Cissé Passes Away at 84, Leaving Behind a Legacy of African Cinema

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Bamako, Mali – Souleymane Cissé, one of Africa’s most revered filmmakers, renowned for his richly woven narratives that vividly captured the complexities of African life, passed away at the age of 84. His family confirmed his death on Friday in his home country of Mali, where he had lived and worked for the majority of his life. Cissé, whose career spanned several decades, was a pioneering force in African cinema. He was particularly famous for his 1987 film “Yeelen,” known in English as “Brightness,” which won the prestigious Jury Prize at the Cannes Film Festival. … Read more

Boris Lojkine’s ‘The Story of Souleymane’ Clinches Best International Film at Jerusalem Film Festival

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Jerusalem, Israel – The Jerusalem Film Festival concluded with the captivating drama “The Story of Souleymane,” directed by Boris Lojkine, seizing the prestigious title of Best International Film. This film, previously recognized with the Cannes Un Certain Regard Jury Prize, delves into the life of a young man in Paris, who, while working as a food delivery cyclist, meticulously prepares for his asylum application interview. Romanian filmmaker Emanuel Parvu earned the Best Director Award for his compelling narrative “Three Kilometers to the End of the World.” Parvu’s film, set in the conservative Danube Delta wetlands, … Read more